Recall 08V-408: 2008 Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D, 2008 Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D and 2 more

MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 15, 2008, covering about 2,957 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-408
Report date
Aug 15, 2008
Vehicles affected
2,957
Owners notified
Oct 10, 2008

The problem

Mitsubishi fuso is recalling 2,957 my 2008 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d, and fg84d trucks. The bolt holes in the turbocharger bracket, where the turbocharger is affixed, were manufactured with insufficient clearance. Stress is placed on the mounting boss when the bracket is affixed to the turbocharger, due to insufficient clearance between the affixing bolts and bracket holes.

The risk

In this condition, expansion and contraction of the turbocharger housing mounting boss during normal engine operation may cause thermal fatigue of the turbocharger housing. The turbocharger housing may crack, releasing exhaust gases that could cause a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the bracket. The recall began on october 10, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.

Notes

Mitsubishi fuso recall no. C1003710.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF AMERICA, INC.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V408000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Fuso FE83D2008All years
Mitsubishi Fuso FE84D2008All years
Mitsubishi Fuso FE85D2008All years
Mitsubishi Fuso FG84D2008All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-408?

Mitsubishi fuso is recalling 2,957 my 2008 fe83d, fe84d, fe85d, and fg84d trucks. The bolt holes in the turbocharger bracket, where the turbocharger is affixed, were manufactured with insufficient clearance. Stress is placed on the mounting boss when the bracket is affixed to the turbocharger, due to insufficient clearance between the affixing bolts and bracket holes.

How is recall 08V-408 fixed?

Dealers will replace the bracket. The recall began on october 10, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi fuso at 1-856-467-4500.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.